... realised however that Russia could not tackle Sweden in its current condition. His travels through Europe had opened his eyes as to just how backward Russia was, particularly in terms of resource management and military tactics. Hence upon his return from Europe, the Tsar set in motion sweeping changes designed to bring Russia up to speed with the rest of Europe. His ... main concern was with Russia's military power. It seemed to Peter that Russia had missed out on the "military revolution" which had changed European warfare so drastically in the 16th and 17th centuries. Most European p...

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